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PRINCE2 Project Board Briefing

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The briefing provides an overview of the PRINCE2 method from the Senior Management perspective. Therefore, emphasis is given to the need for Project Board commitment to the project, throughout its lifecycle. This is supported by details of the individual responsibilities for each Project Board member and their interaction with the Project Manager. In addition, the key controls that they can exercise to ensure the project stays on track will be explained and the benefits discussed. Issues relating to the implementation and use of PRINCE2 in the organization will be explored

Learning Objectives

·   Gain a basic understanding of the PRINCE2 method and identify the benefits of using PRINCE2
·   Gain a basic understanding of the PRINCE2 method and identify the benefits of using PRINCE2 Consider the challenges of using PRINCE2 in the organization

 Course Content

Introduction
·   Overview of the PRINCE2 method, key concepts and terms
 
Project lifecycle
·   An overview of the Project Lifecycle using the PRINCE2 Process Model
·   Identification of control points and the involvement of the Project Board at each point
 
Project Structure
·   Overview of the organisation structure and the key responsibilities for each Project Board roles, including Project Assurance
 
Business Case, PID and Plans
·   Explain the importance of the Business Case, covering its contents and use, and its links to the PID and Plans
 
Directing a Project and Controls, End Stage Assessments
·   Explanation of the key process for the Project Board of “Directing a Project” and how they link with concept of “Management by Exception” and controlling the project via Stages and Tolerances
·   Consider what questions the Project Board should be asking in End Stage Assessment
 
Implementing PRINCE2
·   Addressing the challenges that organisation need to address when using PRINCE2
·   Identifying potential organisational benefits of using PRINCE2
 
Workshop Activities
·   Based upon a topical project scenario, the Delegates will apply PRINCE2 through a number of activities, including
 
·   Appointing the Project Board
·   Creating a Business Case
·   Setting Project Tolerances
·   Consider the key questions to be asked at an End Stage Assessment
 
The Delegates will also be given the opportunity to explore the issues relating
·   Implementing and using PRINCE2 in the organisation and realising the benefits of using PRINCE2

 The Course Will Benefit

·   Consultants and Advisers responsible for delivering Strategic Change within organisations via projects and programmes
·   Senior Managers impacted by the implementation of projects, or required to participate and provide resources to projects
·   Key board members responsible for ‘directing a project’ through it’s lifecycle

 Course Structure

·   1 day Course
·   Course runs 9am – 5:30pm with a break for lunch

 We Provide the Following Essentials

·   Comprehensive coursework useful as a reference guide when returning to the office

 Follow On Courses

·   Introduction to Programme Management
·   Principles of Change Management
·   PRINCE2 For Senior Managers

 

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